CAN the Bird 5K Turkey Trot 2026 — Alexandria, VA

Date
November 26, 2026
Location
Alexandria, VA
Venue
5885 Kingstowne Blvd
Start Time
8:00 AM
Sunrise
7:02 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00 – $40.00
Events
5K, Military 5K
Includes
Commemorative CAN the Bird 5K Race T-shirt
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The CAN the Bird 5K Turkey Trot starts at 8:00 AM on November 26, 2026, in Alexandria, Virginia, at 5885 Kingstowne Blvd. The race covers 5K and entry fees range from $25.00 to $40.00.

From the Race Organizer
Please bring a CANned food item and join us for the 6th annual CAN the Bird 5K Turkey Trot, on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26 , beginning at 8:00 am. The race will begin and end in the Walmart parking lot, 5885 Kingstowne Boulevard, Alexandria, VA 22315. All ages can enjoy a run, jog or stroll around Kingstowne and its scenic Lake. REGISTRATION Early Bird - through October 16 Adult 5K - $30 Military 5K - $25 25 & Under - $20 12 & Under - $10 Standard Registration - October 17- November 20 Adult 5K- $35 Military 5K - $30 25 & under - $25 12 & under - $10 Last Chance Registration - November 21-26 Adult 5K- $40 Military 5K - $35 25 & under - $30 12 & under - $10 Online registration will close Thursday, November 26 at 7:45. Only online registration will be accepted. PACKET PICKUP Location: Jefferson Funeral Chapel, 5775 Castlewellan Drive, Alexandria, VA 22315 Monday 11/23 from 2-7pm Tuesday 11/24 from 2-7pm Wednesday 11/25 from 2-5PM Location: Walmart, 5885 Kingstowne Blvd, Alexandria, VA 22315 Race Day, Nov 27th, 7:00-8:00 AM Participants will receive a commemorative race t-shirt. Awards will be given to the top three overall male and female finishers, top three male and female finishers in 12 & Under and 13-18 age groups. Plus fastest male and female runner with dog and fastest male and female runner with stroller will receive an award. Donations of nonperishable food items will be accepted by Koinonia Bring the family and enjoy a fun Thanksgiving Day morning run!

Course & Travel Notes

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is 7.8 miles from the CAN the Bird 5K Turkey Trot venue in Alexandria, Virginia. The race takes place at 210 feet elevation with an 8:00 AM start time, which is after the 7:03 AM sunrise on November 26, 2026. November typically brings average highs of 58°F and average lows of 42°F, with measurable precipitation occurring on 28% of days.

⛰️ 210 ft elevation☀️ Typically 58°F / 42°F · 28% chance of rain✈️ Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) — 7.8 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is CAN the Bird 5K Turkey Trot 2026 — Alexandria, VA?

CAN the Bird 5K Turkey Trot 2026 — Alexandria, VA takes place on November 26, 2026. The race is held in Alexandria, Virginia.

Where is CAN the Bird 5K Turkey Trot 2026 — Alexandria, VA held?

CAN the Bird 5K Turkey Trot 2026 — Alexandria, VA is held at 5885 Kingstowne Blvd in Alexandria, Virginia.

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